The new MP-8D Metrology
Processor from
Brunswick Instrument is a multi-input precision dimensional inspection unit that
incorporates powerful data processing capabilities and a bright graphic display.

The demand for fast, reliable data collection from
digital measuring instruments has never been greater. "Statistical Process
Control" techniques require large amounts of measurement data to be collected
and manipulated both mathematically and graphically. The availability, power and
low cost of today's personal computers make them a natural choice as the data
processing elements in such systems. Most electronic gages however don't just
plug into a PC and work.

The marriage of personal computers and electronic
gaging has been a Brunswick Instrument specialty for several decades. Our latest
offering in this field represents years of refinement.

The MP-8D acts as both a data switch and a data
converter. It can route readings from a group of electronic gages to a computer
and convert the gage data into simple standardized code.

Multiple
Inputs:The MP-8D allows up to eight Mitutoyo Digimatic style
electronic tools or gages (calipers, micrometers, height gages,etc.) to be
connected simultaneously. The Mitutoyo Digimatic data transmission format is
highly desirable due to the large number of products available already
conforming to this standard. The 10 pin rectangular gage input connectors
are directly compatible with standard Mitutoyo brand Digimatic data
cables.

Large, Bright LCD
Display:The MP-8D continuously displays the gage readings on
a large, easy to read LCD display. The unit can display a single tool
measurement or the measurements for all connected tools
simultaneously.

Variety of Operating
Modes:MANUAL MODE: The operator manually selects the desired
gage port with the front panel pushbuttons. Data transmission is initiated each
time the supplied footswitch or gage data button is pressed.

STEP MODE: The operator can
"step" to next active gage port when a front panel pushbutton or the supplied
footswitch is pressed.

AUTO-SWAP MODE: All connected
tools are continuously scanned for measurement change activity. The unit can
automatically switch to the currently active tool.

SEQUENCE MODE: All active
channels will output gage data, one after another, following a single press of
the supplied footswitch.

ADVANCED OPERATION MODE: All of
the above functions are available from the unit's BASIC Operation Mode.
The ADVANCED Operation Mode offers a host of powerful gaging and mathematic
calculation functions. Multiple "part feature" setups can be defined, each
having unique tolerance limits, preset value, peak hold functions, measurement
resolution and display format.

Options:Relay
Outputs: Both normally open and normally closed contacts can be
provided for two separate relays that actuate in sync with oversize and
undersize conditions. The relay contacts have current switching capability
up to 5 amps. Specify MP-RLY option when ordering.